I baked these on the back side of a mini muffin pan rather than baking them inside the muffin pan. By doing this, I was able to get more of the delicious apple pie filling into each individual pie crust. Believe me, you want more of this apple pie filling in each bite.

I used a smaller size biscuit cutter to get the circle shapes. Then, I gently placed each circle on the back side of a muffin cup and gently pressed it onto the pan. I did not have any problems with tearing, but if you run into that just pinch of some excess dough and cover it up.

After the pie cups bake for around 15 minutes I allowed them to cool on the pan for about 5 minutes and then placed on a wire rack to cool completely. Once completely cooled, fill with the apple pie filling and top with more pie crust. I used my miniature cookie cutters to create fall shapes, which is perfect since these are too small to do a lattice top. Well, you could do a lattice top but the cookie cutter is easier and just as cute. I brushed my pieces with melted butter and sprinkled with cinnamon sugar mixture. Next, gently place on top of the filling and bake again for about 15 minutes.

These mini apple pies would make a great dessert for Thanksgiving. I know that I like to have a little sliver of just about everything at the dessert table and this is a great way of being able to do so. 🙂 Another great thing about these mini apple pies is that you could buy everything you need pre-made at the store and make it a semi-homemade dessert.This recipe includes my homemade apple pie filling and I believe you will find it to be delicius. It made more than what I needed so feel free to cut the recipe in half. I placed the rest in a mason jar and am going to use it for my morning oatmeal.

Born and raised in Southern Illinois. My journey has brought me to Louisville, Ky where I live with my architect husband, Jason and our little dog, Fonzie. We enjoy exploring our city and eating good food. I am happy to be able to share great recipes with you and snap some photos along the way. I sincerely hope you enjoy exploring my blog as much as I have enjoyed creating it!